"Our interiors (and mindsets) may need some adjustments to persevere during the long winter, so I turned to Colin King, master of moody interiors, for tips on fending off seasonal depression indoors. Outside of his monumental contributions to the design world (and this very magazine), his Substack has led me to reconsider the role of potted plants, the necessity of tiny tables, and the beauty of a messy arrangement."
"Last Christmas, I went to Copenhagen for the first time, and I really had to lean into that darkness-like having breakfast by candlelight, dinner by candlelight, there's a romance to it that I really got into. And then: music. I'm such a music person. Being able to hide Sonos or whatever system that you have is a skill set of its own. Also tea, slippers."
Moody winter light invites intimate, cozy interiors. Fireplaces and accessible throws create warmth and tactile comfort. Candlelit breakfasts and dinners add romance and ritual to short daylight hours. Music integrated discreetly enhances atmosphere, while tea and slippers support physical ease. Large textiles, layered lighting, and varied textures sustain visual depth, and potted plants, small side tables, and intentionally messy arrangements add life and practicality. Emphasizing reflective surfaces and layered lamps can compensate for scarce sunlight. Prioritizing items within arm’s reach and composing scenes around light sources supports emotional resilience during darker months.
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